Express Local Service

238 reviews

12330 West Ave #204, San Antonio, TX 78216

expresslocalservice.com

+12105516050

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Express Local Service is a Locksmith located at 12330 West Ave #204, San Antonio, TX 78216. It has received 238 reviews with an average rating of 4.1 stars.

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Hours

Monday8AM-11PM
Tuesday8AM-5PM
WednesdayClosed
Thursday11AM-11PM
Friday8AM-11PM
Saturday8AM-11PM
Sunday8AM-11PM

F.A.Q

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The address of Express Local Service: 12330 West Ave #204, San Antonio, TX 78216

  • Express Local Service has 4.1 stars from 238 reviews

  • Locksmith

  • "Call someone else"

    "If I could give 0 stars I would"

    "Caveat Emptor"

    "Same as everyone else"

    "Here is my honest review"

Reviews

  • Super Dave

Call someone else. Shop around before having these pirates show up at your place. I live 2.6 miles away from them. It was the afternoon and not the middle of the night, he opened my door in approximately 30 to 45 seconds and I was charged $220!!!! There was clearly nothing complicated about it and he even said kwikset is quick and easy. I was also told it would take about 20 or 30 minutes, but it was about an hour. When I was told it was another 10 minutes and he will be there, it was actually about another 25 or 30. Clearly there was no long-distance to travel or anyting complicated about my lock, they just take advantage of someone when they are down. The world has enough money grubbing people that don't care about anyone... Only. It's companies like this that are ruining this country and my faith in mankind. Don't waste your time or money on these so-called people they don't care about you or your bad situation, and they are not here to make it right, you are just a bill that needs to be paid. They are truly bad people and please, call someone else.

  • jeana miles

If I could give 0 stars I would. The whole experience was horrible. I called because my key broke. He called and said he would be there at 11. I took my break at work and called him he changed it and said he would be there in 20 minutes. When he got to where I was he quoted me over 300 but I the phone they said the trip was 25 and keys start at 75. Of course I don’t have a choice I have to do it or I’m stuck. I stood outside with him for an hour and he couldn’t get it to work, he brought the wrong computer to Complete it. So the job is halfway done and when I drove home yesterday my key was stuck in the ignition. I called the man and told him. He said he would call me back. That was 6:10 pm on April 11. It is now 10:56 pm on April 12 and I’m still waiting on my call and still not able to get the key out. I wasted money, lost money from lot working and will have to spend more money to fix whatever he messed up. Don’t use these people!

  • Kenny Miles

Caveat Emptor. I was drawn in by the $10 service charge and good reviews. I was quoted $10 plus the actual expense/labor, which prices started at $25. I was told the tech would give me a final estimate when he arrived. Seemed reasonable. Tech showed up within the hour. He took one look at it (standard interior commercial office door with lever handle pin type lock) and quoted me $239. I said no way. He negotiated asking how much would I be willing to pay. I told him $10 plus the $25. He said no, that no locksmith would do that. Long story short, we ended up at $100 negotiated price. It took him less than 15 seconds with a bump key and a screwdriver to open the door. Obviously he was an expert and he opened my door. However, I don't feel good about the experience. I wish I had made a few more calls or watched a few more YouTube videos about lock picking.

  • DustinMD

Same as everyone else. Told $19 fee plus charge starting at $25. Then was told it would take about 20min to arrive. Tech showed up an hour later and said it would be $225!! I said I'd just figure something else out and he negotiated it down to $125. It is incredibly misleading to say prices start at $25 when you already know I need you to open my home's front door and it's going to involve a deadbolt and/or a door handle lock. Let's be open and honest from the start. Don't say it starts at $25 when you know what I'm asking for to start with. Marketing, office, dispatch, etc get a 0 star from me. Dishonest, just downright dishonest. The tech that came out gets a 5 star though. He was fantastic, friendly, and worked quickly. Didn't catch his name, but he did a great job.

  • Jesus Angel

Here is my honest review. I left my keys inside my truck , I called and they came very fast, technician was friendly and courteous, he tried everything even called the supervisor but my truck has special lock and they couldn't unlock my door. Even the job was not successful they tried and were honest. I was charged even though they couldnt unlock my door and that's OK because they worked on my truck and did their best to open my truck (my truck has an special lock) For those complaining about the chargers the moment you called to request their services and they arrived at your location understand that's a "service call " and that is money. If they fixed your problem pay for the services , if something is not clear you can always ask how it works.

  • T M

Scheduled this company to come to my home to help install a new door locks. They were there promptly. However when they arrived they gave me some hugely inflated price. When I told them I was not interested in paying such a high price for something they said would only take a few minutes, they started haggling with me. When I told them I was not comfortable with this process they asked me to pay them a $10 service charge. They never said anything about the $10 service charge when I called them. I told him I was not comfortable paying for a $10 service charge when all they did was come to my house for 2 minutes and basically give me a fraudulent price and then try to haggle me. The service person was upset and use the f-word at me.

  • Kimberly Nguyen

BEWARE OF BAIT AND SWITCH TACTICS; I locked myself out of my office and waited about 30 mins for the locksmith to arrive which was pretty swift. I chose this company because it advertised that it started off at $25, when I asked about this advertisement, the locksmith stated that the $25 is the travel charge. I was originally quoted at $185 for the job but I told him that I couldn’t afford that. He asked me, “What are you willing to pay?” I was able to haggle to $81 including tax. He tried to get me to pay $100, but that was more than what I had available. They can get the job done, but please be aware of being stuck with a huge charge in a vulnerable position.

  • Alejandra Chapa

$220 to open my ajar door. Response time was good. Got to me in about 20 minutes. However, BEWARE on the cost. My tundra door was ajar already I just didn't catch the door quick enough behind me. My charge breakdown for 3-4 minutes it took to open my truck door: - Unlock truck: $100 - Tools and labor: $95 - Trip charge: $25 Total of: $220 Plus tax because I couldn't (I did not want to) run it through Venmo or Cash App. I should have read the reviews. I did ask before he came out what an estimate would be. He said $25 for the trip and $35+ to open the door. I would say that's not a fair representation as they knew the make and model of my truck.

  • O Bee

I arrived home to find them at my home things inside became crazy so I ran to the door asking him to call 911 he did nothing and even set my car alarm off and he still did nothing. I asked several times but he did nothing. Anything could have been going on but he did NOTHING. I explained I didn’t have the phone. Their poor service and lack of common respect. Not sure if he was just going along with the man of the house, but things got physical where I felt I need help. The police finally came and he acted as if all was fine until he was questioned about it. ONLY use them if all that matters is getting a key. Not for common decency of a life.

  • Katharine M Faucett

When I called I explained that the dead bolt was stuck in our back door and we couldn’t remove it to replace it. Online it said $15 and on the phone I was not given a quote. The guy arrived 20 + minutes later than they said he would. He was literally there for 30 seconds, barely did anything and we were charged $125. I knew it would be more than $15 but not $125...He literally turned the deadbolt and got it open but then explained how we “could’ve just done it ourselves” but we still owe $125 because it’s a door. None of this makes sense to me. Overpriced and unprofessional.

  • Victoria Pinon

I think I was ripped off, (some random work teuck that looked very sketchy not a company truck) I was charged $277 to get my truck unlocked. And there were two seperate charges on my credit cards at the time they tried to run my debit they said it wasn't them, when it specifically said invoice charge. I think they hire 3rd party scammers. But first time experience I was charged $80 to open a different truck same technique different guy (a guy in the company truck) which was a very great experience.

  • Priscilla Collins

Good service, called to inquire about cost to unlock a vehicle after locking keys in my car at work on my lunch break. Quoted the $20.00 trip charge and said the locksmith would let me know charge to unlock car after seeing car before unlocking. Great response - call back to let me know it would be 15 min. arrival time and called when arriving. Failed to mention tools charge. When the nice gentleman gave me the price and I could not pay that, the price was negotiated. I would recommend them.

  • Jessica barret

Aaron was amazing and very professional. He came over to assist my girls and I after being locked out of our home for 5 hrs. He arrived within 20 mins. He explained his rates then explained his process. It took him about 10 mins to have my children and I inside. I highly recommend that you use this company. You will definitely receive High Quality service for a very good price and wonderful Customer Service. Thank you very much for your service!!!

  • Dana Roberts

Horrible !! . How are you going to say $60 on the phone to get keys out of a locked car and then charge $185 when you get there . “Ma’am it’s a $60 labor fee, $90 for the specific lock” & what the other $ added on was just because You want to ? It took less than a minute for them to open the lock too. Do not recommend at all! If I could give zero stars I would ! This company does not deserve to be rated 4 stars . Completely dishonest .. horrible .

  • Gina Delgado

This person could not open the door in the professional way and he broke my door. Doing a little research, this company Doesn't exit an office, it works only through telephone calls providing home services. This company is a fraud and you cannot trust them. Check the website, the address does not exist and the telephone numbers are telemarketing. I have a police report.The good thing is that I have cameras where I live around, inside and outside.

  • Isabel Ellis

I am so thankful there are trustworthy companies like this. The technician was on time, friendly attitude, very knowledgeable and answered my questions without hesitation. I was expecting to get hit with a huge bill due to the fact that he came out to the house after 8:00 p.m., but he kept his word with quote he gave me over the phone. I would definitely recommend him and Express Local Service.

  • Esther Peretz

I got locked out of a storage unit today, then I stepped out of my car for a cigarette, accidentally locking my door behind me. Now I’m locked out of my storage unit and car. Adir arrived and reassured me that it would be okay and promptly provided me with excellent service and a fair price. Definitely recommend this company!

  • Delisa Menendez

Bad service , Alan one of the employees told me he arrived in 11 minutes, lies passed 4 hours and he didn't arrive, I had to call his supervisor where he was and because he didn't arrive. I lost a day at work because of Alan's irresponsibility If it's one of the people that your time is money, I don't recommend this company

  • Karen D.

I locked my keys in the car at my house and called. They arrived really quickly, probably less than 10 minutes and Aadir was able to open my door in less than 10 seconds. They were also understanding about me not having cash or credit card on me and having to go to the atm once the door was unlocked. Highly recommend!

  • Janina

My nephew was being charged $185 to get keys out of his 2004 Toyota Corolla (simple car to get in). This is 3X what another popa company was going to charge! This company and Adir just tried to take advantage of a young man, inexcusable. Imagine who else they take as rage of! Will not use this company again …

  • Landon Smith

Called asked for price range up front and told me $25 trip charge and $35 and up. Got here and told me $245 and taxes. Charged me over $265. Pictures show professional vans but they show up in a personal car. Didn’t drill the hole right the first time and damaged my door. Terrible experience and false advertising.

  • Sophia Martinez

Called for a car unlock and they came in a timely manner but the service was way over priced. I was charged over $100 for a simple car unlock that took 1 minute. I feel completely ripped off and taken advantage of. The tech that came was named Adir and refused to give me a business card when I asked for one.

  • Melinda Gordon

I needed my lock repaired. I called first thing in the morning and a technician was here within an hour. He had it fixed by the time I arrived back at my condo. The price was very reasonable, they were incredibly friendly and professional, and they were excellent with communication throughout the process

  • Gabriella Vazquez

I locked myself out of my car, but I called for service and was pleasantly surprised by the customer service provided. Austin was the one who came to my location and opened my car up for me. He was professional and friendly, and was quick to get the job done. Overall, very satisfied with the service.

  • Amber Young

The guy tried to charge me $95 why? Unprofessional. No mask on. He asked me for $35 just to ask the same questions i already been asked over the phone. I made the call around 3 for a locksmith...appointment was at 4:45 no one came til almost 6pm. Just for an assessment! Thanks for nothing imbeciles!

  • Sam Ire

had a bit of a mishap the first time around, but the manager who came to the rescue was absolutely incredible! friendly dude, prompt service, a great price, and he managed to solve the lock problem (which apartment manager guy said he’d only seen done once before.) 9/10 dentists recommend!

  • Rickesha Harris

Don't mess with this company. They know that you are vulnerable so they charge you whatever they want. Took less than 5 minutes to open my truck and charged me 225 dollars. A rip off...I'm checking the BBB to see if they are there so I can report them. Insane...call someone else!

  • Jenifer McLean

I was very impressed by the communication, how quickly the travel time was getting to my location, Adir was very professional and beyond helpful to my situation. Downfall was the tool charge was not mentioned upfront, however he was efficient so I kept the service.

  • Oliver Borja

Called another service first and they quoted us 15 to 30 min. We waited 30 min and called them back and they said an additional 5 to 10 min. Waited 10 min and called again and told them we wanted to talk to the person who is coming and they

  • Fernanda Covarrubias

Everything about this place is sketchy! Got an estimated 20 minute wait and by the time the technician came it had been over an hour wait. I sent him away telling him that I didn’t need his service and he would not leave my property telling

  • Gordon Handte

I was quoted around $235, was charged $529 at the end of it. I was quoted $35 for the service charge and then around $200 for the key when I called on the phone. Then the guy is there for about all of 15 minutes and opens my car and gets me

  • saravanan sundaramoorthy

Called for a car unlock,Initial estimation from them was about $10 for trip charge and $20-30 for unlock.Estimated arrival time was not accurate(Initial estimation was 5 min and they came by 90 min) and the service was way over priced. I

  • Myrna Cook

I can't say enough good things about Express Local Service. I called them at 9pm on a Friday night and they were able to get someone out in less than an hour. They were super friendly, professional and efficient and got the job done for

  • Nanette Perkins

Impeccable, outstanding customer service. Ensured that I was satisfied. Most of all, he was polite and professional. Therefore, I know who to refer to my friends and church family. Great Job ‼️ …

  • Alisa Lopez

I locked myself out of my apartment Tech name Adir was very professional and nice. Got the job done fast. Kinda pricey at first. But ended up giving me a discount. Awesome!! Thank you for your fast service.

  • Robert Haley

I am very satisfied with the technician that came out to my place. He was very professional and completed the job quickly without any fuss or mess. I would definitely recommend Express Local Service!

  • Ryan Bauman

Good service. They were there when I locked my key in my apartment. They showed up quick enough and got my door open. It was $200 but if I could have done it myself for Less I would have.

  • Matt Matt

The pictures below are their "professional services." One of their guys installed this in the business and said this was a kit you could buy in any hardware store! CHOOSE SOMEONE ELSE!

  • Gail Hill

The tech team was prompt, professional, and knowledgeable, ensuring all my needs were met. Their attention to detail and dedication to customer satisfaction impressed me.

  • Amber L. Ernst

Pros: Fast service & polite staff Cons: Costly. If you're looking to replace 2 standard metal car keys (no fob) for 455.00, then these are the guys for you. …

  • Heidi Carter

I broke the key in my car door and could not open the door. Express Local Service showed up about 20 minutes after I called and got me in the car for a good price.

  • mary mary

If you want to pay $160 this in the company to call. They cannot give an estimate based on your vehicle. Taking advantage of people. Nice work

  • Marcos Barron

Horrible service!! They said they were going to show up 25 minutes after the initial call and we ended up waiting 2hrs for a no show

  • Ray Sifuentes

Thank you Ethan for the quick helpful service. Appreciate you going the extra mile. I definitely recommend this place

  • Jason Gonzales

Customer service was beyond excelled! Adir showed up quick and took care of the request at a very reasonable rate.

  • Monica Flores

I REPEAT DO NOT USE THIS PLACE THey charge $180 and he was only 15 min away what A rip off DO not use this company

  • DirtyRed 804

Great customer service. Iam a truck driver. He had my rig open in 10 min. I highly recommend!!

  • michael jorge

He was wonderful. He did everything fast and professionally. The price was affordable also.

  • Deborah Lillian

Great job by express local service. Will call again when require!

  • Taylor Dobler

rapid and efficient service, I am very very satisfied

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